denver native, susana cordova has left her mark on the students of denver public schools. susana cordova's career at denver public schools serving as the chief of schools in 2015, she was named acting superintendent for six months while tom bosburg went on leave an experience she cherished. >> i can't help but think back to being a student in the denver public schools and never imagining that i could one day be the leader of that organization. >> cordova has dedicated her life to improving educational opportunities for students in public schools. lives of children throughout the k through 12 system. >> nelson mandela said education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world and it is the absolute truth. it has transformational powers. >> while working as a middle school teacher, she visited the humble homes of students, helping students to excel and encouraged >> it was a really powerful experience to see just how much people were sacrificing to ensure their kids had education and access and how important it is for us in the schools to ensure we're living